The Age of Confiscation

"The Age of Confiscation" by Nicholas Mulder explores how the history of property seizure has shaped major political, social, and economic changes from the eighteenth century to today. The book examines how different governments have used expropriation to promote or resist various ideologies, influencing events such as revolutions, industrialization, and modern state-building. Providing a comprehensive analysis, Mulder highlights how the coercive transfer of property continues to impact our present and future amidst ongoing global challenges.